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Love Words/Phrases
in Jamaican Patois

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Smaddiness

the state of being close to another person or other people.

Luv yuh

English Translation Love you

Mi miss yuh

English Translation I miss you

luk gud

English Translation beautiful / looks good

boonoonoonoos

something nice, or a special person (e.g. sweetheart)

inner luv

English Translation appreciate

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